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Daily Record
2 days ago
- Daily Record
Touching tributes left to Celtic-daft Ayrshire teen Aiden McLuckie after tragic death
A number of touching tributes have been left to 14-year-old Aiden McLuckie, who was a huge Celtic supporter, after he died last week. Tributes have been left to teenager Aiden McLuckie at the scene of his tragic death in Ayrshire last week. Celtic supporter Aiden, 14, from Hurlford, died on Wednesday, July 16, after he was involved in an incident on the A76 near Bargower, between Kilmarnock and Mauchline. Celtic shirts and scarves have been hung along the side of the bridge over the Cessnock Water alongside flowers in memory of the teenager. A number include toughing tributes from family, friends and others for 14-year-old Aiden. Emergency services were called to the bridge near Bargower shortly after 5pm last Wednesday following a crash involving Aiden and a Vauxhall Corsa. He was tragically pronounced dead at the scene. Last week, Aiden's dad David described him as the "most loyal, loving wee guy". A fundraiser set up in Aiden's memory has raised more than £10,000. Following the incident, Sergeant Brian Simpson from Road Policing said: 'Our thoughts remain with Aiden's family at this extremely difficult time, and we are providing them with specialist support as our enquiries continue to establish the full circumstances. 'I would again appeal to anyone with information to come forward. We are keen to speak to anyone who was driving in the area at the time and ask if anyone has dash-cam footage to please contact us.' Anyone with information is asked to call Police Scotland on 101 quoting incident number 2706 of Wednesday, 16 July, 2025. To view the fundraiser, visit:
Glasgow Times
5 days ago
- Glasgow Times
Teenage boy dies in fatal Hurlford crash as police make appeal
Emergency services rushed to the scene after being called but the teenage pedestrian, named as local boy Aiden McLuckie, was pronounced dead at the scene. The incident happened at the bridge over Cessnock Water at around 5.10pm on Wednesday, July 16. Police are now appealing for information after the road was closed for several hours to allow an investigation to take place. The car involved was a Vauxhall Corse and the driver and his two passengers were checked over by paramedics but did not require hospital treatment. READ NEXT: White House confirms Donald Trump to visit Scotland next week READ NEXT: Man to appear in court over incident that left man injured on street The boy's family are being supported by specialist officers. Sergeant Brian Simpson from Road Policing said: 'Our thoughts remain with Aiden's family at this extremely difficult time, and we are providing them with specialist support as our enquiries continue to establish the full circumstances. 'I would again appeal to anyone with information to come forward. We are keen to speak to anyone who was driving in the area at the time and ask if anyone has dash-cam footage to please contact us.' Anyone with information is asked to call Police Scotland on 101 quoting incident number 2706 of Wednesday, 16 July, 2025.
Daily Record
5 days ago
- Daily Record
‘Forever 14' Loved ones raise £4,000 for family of Celtic fan schoolboy killed in Ayrshire crash
Aiden McLuckie was a pedestrian on the bridge over Cessnock Water on the A76 near Hurlford when he was hit by a Vauxhall Corsa at around 5.10pm on Wednesday, July 16. A fundraiser to help the family of a 14-year-old boy who died in a horror crash on a bridge in Ayrshire has raised nearly £4,000 in less than 24 hours. Aiden McLuckie was a pedestrian on the bridge over Cessnock Water on the A76 near Hurlford when he was hit by a Vauxhall Corsa at around 5.10pm on Wednesday, July 16. Emergency crews rushed to the incident but Celtic fan Aiden was sadly pronounced dead at the scene. Locals have now rallied around Aiden's heartbroken family to help them with unexpected funeral costs. Ayrshire business Dash Claims donated £500 to the cause and encouraged others to help. They wrote: "No young family should ever have to go through this heartbreak!" While money from The Thack Inn's quiz night has also been donated from Ayrshire DJs. Yvonne Devlin who started the fundraiser wrote: "We are heartbroken by the sudden passing of Aiden, following the tragic incident that happened yesterday. "David, Olivia and family have been absolutely devastated by this event and are looking for a wee bit support anything big or small is appreciated, thanks. Forever 14. R.I.P wee man." Aiden's step-mum Olivia McLuckie broke the news of his passing to the local community in a heart-wrenching post on social media on Thursday. She said: "I can't believe I'm actually have to write this but we just wanted to let people know that our boy Aiden sadly passed away last night due to tragic accident. "He will be sorely missed. Our family is broken right now and would like some time to process this." The popular teenager was understood to have spent the day out playing football with pals before the tragedy unfolded. Tributes have poured out to teen who has been described as a "lovely boy". Minty Sloan said: "Absolutely heartbreaking, thoughts with the whole family, RIP aiden #forever14 wee man." Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. Ann Weir added: "RIP Aiden. Lovely well mannered wee boy. #forever14. Thinking of his mum and the rest of the family." Janice Walker wrote: "What a lovely boy. My grandson is heart broken - it's his wee pal. My heart go out to the family. RIP Aiden you will be missed." Sharon Mcdonald commented: "Thinking of his wee mum she'll be distraught. And the family. Rip. Wee darling. Another wee angel. Sleep tight Aiden, God bless you." Police enquiries into the incident are ongoing. The male driver of the car, a Vauxhall Corsa, and his two passengers were checked over by paramedics. Sergeant Brian Simpson from Road Policing said: 'Our thoughts remain with Aiden's family at this extremely difficult time, and we are providing them with specialist support as our enquiries continue to establish the full circumstances. 'I would again appeal to anyone with information to come forward. We are keen to speak to anyone who was driving in the area at the time and ask if anyone has dash-cam footage to please contact us.' Anyone with information is asked to call Police Scotland on 101 quoting incident number 2706 of Wednesday, 16 July, 2025.
The National
5 days ago
- The National
Family pay tribute to son, 14, killed in crash on Ayrshire bridge
The incident occurred around 5.10pm on Wednesday, July 16, at the bridge over Cessnock Water, A76 near Hurlford. Emergency services attended and the 14-year-old pedestrian was pronounced dead. He has now been named as Aiden McLuckie. READ MORE: Pressure mounts on Labour to respond to landmark Palestine occupation ruling His mother Olivia McLuckie broke the news to friends on Facebook. She said: "I can't believe I'm actually have to write this but we just wanted to let people know that our boy Aiden sadly passed away last night due to tragic accident. "He will be sorely missed. Our family is broken right now and would like some time to process this." The male driver of the car, which was a Vauxhall Corsa, and his two passengers were checked over by paramedics. However, they did not require to attend hospital. The road was closed for several hours to allow a collision investigation to take place. Road Policing officers in Ayrshire are now appealing for information. Sergeant Brian Simpson from Road Policing said: "Our thoughts remain with the family and we are providing them with support as our enquiries continue to establish the full circumstances of this incident. If anyone has any information, please contact us." Anyone with information is asked to call Police Scotland on 101 quoting incident number 2706 of Wednesday, July 16, 2025.
Glasgow Times
5 days ago
- Glasgow Times
Boy, 14, who died after fatal crash named by police
Aiden McLuckie passed away following a fatal crash on the bridge over Cessnock Water on the A76 near Hurlford at around 5.10pm on Wednesday, July 16. Emergency services attended, and the 14-year-old pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene. (Image: Police Scotland) His family are aware and is being supported by officers. They have asked that their privacy be respected. READ NEXT: Police carrying out 'activity' on Glasgow street Police confirmed the male driver of the car, a Vauxhall Corsa, and his two passengers were checked over by paramedics. Sergeant Brian Simpson from Road Policing said: 'Our thoughts remain with Aiden's family at this extremely difficult time, and we are providing them with specialist support as our enquiries continue to establish the full circumstances. 'I would again appeal to anyone with information to come forward. We are keen to speak to anyone who was driving in the area at the time and ask if anyone has dash-cam footage to please contact us.' Anyone with any information is urged to contact 101, quoting incident number 2706 of Wednesday, July 16, 2025.
